Los Angeles leads after a 33-point first quarter, with Brook Lopez and Darius Garland setting the pace.
The Clippers took a 33-27 lead over Oklahoma City after the first quarter on Friday, scoring 33 in the opening frame. Brook Lopez paced Los Angeles with 8 points, including two three-pointers. Darius Garland added 7 points and 2 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander answered with 10 points for the Thunder. Oklahoma City entered ranked 10th in the power index at 8-4, well ahead of the Clippers at 24th and 2-8, but Los Angeles owns the early edge.
Key Performers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder): 10 points Brook Lopez (Clippers): 8 points, 2 three-pointers Darius Garland (Clippers): 7 points, 2 assists